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  • Nestlé continues as the world’s most valuable food brand while Lay’s climbs to second

    Nestlé (brand value down 7% to $20.8 billion) continues to hold the title of the world’s most valuable food brand, according to a new report by Brand Finance, the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy. Despite a decline in brand value, Nestlé’s strong brand equity and resilience have helped it maintain its top position in the global…


  • Cryovac recycle-ready laminates help reduce plastic consumption and lower packaging expenses

    Cryovac Recycle-ready laminate printed sliced salami. Posted: 4 September 2024 Related core topics: Packaging Related topics: anti-fogging, EVOH, HFFS, laminates, PP, shelf life, Thermoforming, tray lidding, wastage Related organisations: CEFLLEX, Cyclos, OPRL, SEE Related people: Marta Lara Share this page SEE has launched a new range of high-barrier, printable laminates to help food processors use…


  • Wadworth Pubs swaps to Aviko’s SuperCrunch Fries to serve up menu success

    Andrew Scott, the head of food at Wadworth Pubs, has swapped in Aviko’s SuperCrunch Fries to enhance the success of his traditional pub classics menu. The award-winning chef joined Wadworth Pubs in 2021 with a burning desire to move into pub food and improve guest experience. Stepping into a developmental role, he has implemented changes…


  • RailStaff Awards – Nomination deadline 3rd October!

    Listen to this article It’s that time again – the countdown to the RailStaff Awards has begun, and although 2023’s event set the bar impossibly high, this year it will be bigger and better than ever! The RailStaff Awards recognise those who go the extra mile, whether that’s supporting their co-workers, making the railway safer,…


  • RTE taps GE Vernova for 245kV SF6-free GIS

    The B105 245 kilovolts SF6-free g3 gas insulated substation was launched at CIGRE. Image courtesy GE Vernova. US-based tech company GE Vernova has announced that their Grid Solutions business will manufacture, deliver and commission a 245kV SF6-free gas-insulated substation (GIS) for RTE in France. According to the company in a release, this will be the…


  • Rockwell Automation Announces PlantPAx DCS helps The Royal Mint Process with its New E-Waste Electronics Precious Metal-Recovery Facility in Llantrisant

    After two years of design and manufacture, the new plant is now operational and provides a strong foundation for further expansion of this facility to support the world’s challenges with electronic waste. Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, is proud to support The Royal Mint’s…


  • Four TSOs form ‘Green Energy Corridor Power Company’ for Black Sea cable project

    Director General of Georgian State Electrosystem, Giorgi Gigineishvili, signed an agreement on the establishment of a joint venture by the TSO’s of the four countries. Image courtesy GSE Transmission system operators CNTEE Transelectrica, Georgian State Electrosystem (GSE), AzerEnerji and MVM Electrical Works have signed on a joint venture power company to implement the Black Sea…


  • vybey launches coffee alternative

    A Scottish-based company is looking to lead the way when it comes to brain nutrition with coffee alternatives powered by nootropics and adaptogens. vybey – an openly ambitious brand committed to helping consumers eat smarter while living healthier lives – recently secured a Wholefoods listing for its nutritionally complete plant-based powders and complete meals in…


  • Europlacer Appoints Realize SMT Canada Inc. as Newest Representative

    Europlacer, a leading provider of SMT assembly solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Realize SMT Canada Inc. as its new manufacturers’ representative in Canada. Realize SMT Canada Inc., under the leadership of Dave McAtee, will be responsible for covering the regions of Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. Dave McAtee, the founder and principal…


  • Seika Machinery Unveils the Sawa Pneumatic Air-Driven Fully Automatic Stencil Cleaner

    Seika Machinery, Inc., a leading provider of advanced machinery, materials and engineering services, is excited to announce the launch of the Sawa Pneumatic Air-Driven Fully Automatic Stencil Cleaner (SC-SA1). This state-of-the-art device is designed to enhance the efficiency and safety of cleaning processes for SMT stencils, printing templates, squeegees and large-size PCB assemblies. The Sawa…